Cost of Living in Washington Park
Denver's gold standard — 165 acres of park-centric urban living
Housing Market
- Median Home Price
- $1.2M–$1.6M
- Price per Sq Ft
- ~$523/sqft (+5.1% YoY)
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
- Year-over-Year Change
- -0.47% to -4.1% (softening from 2024 peaks)
- Avg Days on Market
- 43 days (up from 35 prior year)
- Rent vs Own Ratio
- Predominantly owner-occupied
Tax Rates
- Property Tax Rate
- ~0.50% effective; ~79.2 mills
- Sales Tax Rate
- 9.15% combined
- State Income Tax Impact
- Colorado flat 4.4%
Monthly Costs
- Water Provider
- Denver Water
- Electric & Gas
- Xcel Energy
- Internet Providers
- Xfinity, CenturyLink/Quantum Fiber, Google Fiber
- Trash & Recycling
- Denver Solid Waste Management
Income & Cost Context
- Median Household Income
- $119K–$191K
- Cost of Living Index
- 128 (Denver city-wide — 28% above national average per BestPlaces)
FAQ — Washington Park
What is the median home price in Washington Park?
The median home price in Washington Park ranges from $1.2M to $1.6M, with Zillow at ~$1.2M and Redfin at ~$1.6M as of March 2026. The wide range reflects the mix of historic and new construction homes. Price per square foot averages ~$523, up 5.1% year-over-year, and homes average 43 days on market.
What parks and outdoor recreation are available in Washington Park?
Washington Park spans 165 acres and features Smith Lake (fishing, paddleboat and kayak rentals in summer), Grasmere Lake, a 2.6-mile jogger-only loop trail, Denver’s largest flower garden, and a Mt. Vernon Garden replica. The Washington Park Recreation Center offers an indoor pool, gym, tennis, basketball, and lawn bowling.
What is the cost of living in Washington Park?
Denver’s cost of living index is 128, or 28% above the national average per BestPlaces. Property taxes run ~0.50% effective (~79.2 mills), combined sales tax is 9.15%, and Colorado’s flat state income tax is 4.4%. Median household income in Washington Park ranges from $119K to $191K.